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Resetting the Canon PIXMA G2020 can involve either a standard factory reset of internal settings or a more complex service-mode reset for maintenance errors, such as a full waste ink counter. Standard Factory Reset

The Canon G2020 is an excellent printer. If you have the 5B00 error, . A reset takes 5 minutes. Physical pad cleaning takes 1 hour.

Release the . The printer will cycle and the screen may go blank or display a "Service Mode" notification. 3. Resetting the Ink Level Counter

Proceed at your own risk. That said, for a printer that is out of warranty, this reset is the difference between a $20 fix (your time) and a $250 replacement printer.

Would you like a guide on on the G2020 as well?

If the orange light is still flashing 7 times, you need the service reset.

A: Yes. Install an external waste ink tank (available on Amazon/eBay for $10). Once installed, you can reset forever without disassembly.